Qibla Direction in Tehran
Iran · 1,946 km to Makkah
218.5°
southwest (SW) from true north
The Qibla direction from Tehran, Iran is 218.5° from true north — southwest (SW). Makkah is 1,946 km away along the shortest path.
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Frequently asked questions
Which direction is the Qibla in Tehran?
218.5° clockwise from true north, i.e. southwest.
How far is Tehran from Makkah?
About 1,946 km (1,209 miles) along a great circle.
How do I use this bearing with a compass?
Hold the compass flat, turn until the needle points north, then face the bearing shown. Phone compasses can be affected by metal and magnets nearby, so calibrate first.
Great-circle bearing to the Kaaba (21.4225° N, 39.8262° E) from 35.6944°, 51.4215°. Places: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), https://www.geonames.org/.